Town of Mount Vernon Educational Options Study Consultant RFP 2026
Town of Mount VernonCity · Mount Vernon, ME- Due
- Aug 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 4, 2026
- Duration
- 7 months
- Primary contact
- Brenda Hopkins
- (207) 293-2379
The 30-second brief
The Town of Mount Vernon seeks an educational consultant to support a Task Force in evaluating school district participation and withdrawal options. Proposals are due by August 19, 2026.
Proposed options matrix, Research support, Drafting support for reports/presentations, Town forum presentation
Cost, relevant experience & qualifications, methodology & work plan, independence & neutrality, references
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Summary
The Town of Mount Vernon seeks an educational consultant to support a Task Force in evaluating school district participation and withdrawal options. Proposals are due by August 19, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Cost
- Relevant experience & qualifications
- Methodology & work plan
- Independence & neutrality
- References
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Proposed options matrix
- Research support
- Drafting support for reports/presentations
- Town forum presentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Approach and methodology
- Statement of neutrality
- Conflict-of-interest disclosure
- Qualifications and experience
- References
- Engagement agreement
- Budget
- Work plan
- CV or resume
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Mount Vernon, ME
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Mount Vernon?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Brenda Hopkins.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Mount Vernon in ME, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Brenda Hopkins at (207) 293-2379. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposed options matrix, Research support, Drafting support for reports/presentations, Town forum presentation. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Cost, relevant experience & qualifications, methodology & work plan, independence & neutrality, references" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Mount Vernon?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Mount Vernon are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Mount Vernon regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 7 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: approach and methodology, statement of neutrality, conflict-of-interest disclosure, qualifications and experience, references, engagement agreement, budget, work plan, CV or resume. Review the full document from Town of Mount Vernon for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mount Vernon, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.